Vaginal Self-Examination (VSE): What To Think About


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What To Think About


  • A vaginal self-examination should not replace a regular pelvic examination and Pap test done by your doctor. For more information, see the medical tests Pelvic Examination and Pap Test.


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Last updated: February 22, 2008
Author: Maria G. Essig, MS, ELS
Reviewed By: Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine, Liisa Honey, MD, FRCSC - Obstetrics and Gynecology
Editors: Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA, Tracy Landauer

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